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Carol Matteson Obituary
CAROL ANN MATTESON (HIGGINS)
PILOT GROVE — Carol Ann Matteson (Higgins), age 68, passed away in her beloved farmhouse in Pilot Grove, Missouri on Wednesday, March 9, 2016.
She was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on July 9, 1947 to Fred and Ozelle Higgins.
Carol enjoyed sharing her love for basket weaving, chair caning, gardening, making new recipes, and telling people her favorite and unsavory collection of jokes.
She is survived by her husband, Donald (Donnie) Matteson; Children, Leigh, Clay, Libbie, and Andrew; Son-and-law, Chuck; Daughter-in-law, Kimberly; Grandson, Caine; Granddaughter and the light of her life, Gabriella Jane.
Carol's family would like to extend their gratitude to all of the family and friends who have stopped by to bring food, offer support, and to share a story of Carol.
A memorial party will be held in Carol's honor in the farmhouse and garden that she so lovingly cared for. Date for the party is to be announced.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Carol's name to The Cooper County Historical Society in Pilot Grove, Missouri. She was an active member of the Historical Society where she served as the party planner, snack provider, and life of the party. She will be missed by many, but not soon forgotten.
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Leola Ripperger
March 17, 2016
Don and family: I am sorry I could not get out to visit with all of you this past weekend in memory of Carol, but had other commitments I could not
leave. My sympathy to all of you in the loss of Carol. The heavens have a brighter star with her there and we will all miss her greatly. We so enjoyed having her in our quilt club and visiting her in her home. She was so looking forward to getting moved down here. May all your memories of her be of help to you in your loss. She was a great person and will be missed by many.
Lee Ripperger
Vanessa Hahn
March 17, 2016
I'm so sorry for your loss, I loved working with Carol, she always had a smile on her face and could always make you laugh. She will be dearly missed.
Carla
March 17, 2016
To the family, my sincere condolences. God is a God of comfort and may he give you the comfort and strength you need in such difficult time. (Matthew 5:4) I am very sorry for your loss. My warmest thoughts are with you and your family during this time.
Leigh Cook
March 16, 2016
Love and miss you Mother.
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